FortuneFaded not there too? I respectfully withdraw my induction then
When the nominations for the FootyGAF Hall Of Fame were first announced I had mixed emotions but, in an effort to be positive, wanting to make the most of things for the posters (and lurkers) and with their enthusiasm, I was honored, excited and hoped that somehow this would be a good thing. Of course I realized as things stood, if the posters were to be inducted it'd be somewhat of a complicated or awkward situation.
Under the circumstances I feel I've been polite, courteous, and open to an amicable solution in our efforts to work something out to include FortuneFaded, FF's other half (arguably his photogenic best side) and many others gone but not forgotten. Taking into consideration the history of FootyGAF, those who plan to attend along with those the Hall for reasons of their own, have chosen to include in "our" induction (that for the record are decisions I don't agree with, support or feel the Hall has any right to make), and how (albeit no easy task) those involved with the Hall have handled things... no offense meant to anyone but the Hall Of FootyGAF Fame Induction Ceremony doesn't appear to be somewhere I'm actually wanted or respected.
For the record, I would not begrudge anyone from FootyGAF their accomplishments or recognition for such. Neither I or anyone in my camp has made any requests or demands of the Hall Of FootyGAF Fame. It's Bla's show not mine
That said, I won't be attending The FootyGAF Hall Of Fame Induction 2014 Ceremony and I respectfully decline my induction as a member of FootyGAF
I strongly request that I not be inducted in absentia and please know that no one is authorized nor may anyone be permitted to accept any induction for me or speak on my behalf. Neither former members, twitter followers nor Blablurn should imply whether directly, indirectly or by omission that I am included in any purported induction of "FootyGAF"
This decision is personal. This letter is to help clarify things from my camp's perspective. Neither is meant to offend, attack or condemn. Though unfortunately I'm sure there will be those who take offense (God knows how long I'll have to contend with the fallout), I certainly don't intend to disappoint anyone, especially the lurkers, with this decision. Since the announcement of the nomination I've actively sought out a solution to what, with all things considered, appears to be a no win, at least for me, "damned if I do, damned if I don't" scenario all the way around.
But hey if ya gotta then maybe we can get the "no show, grandstanding, publicity stunt, attentiom whore? disrespectful, he doesn't care about us and the lurkers" crap out of the way as quickly as we can and let's move on. No one's taking the ball and going home. Don't get it twisted. For more than a decade and a half we've endured the double standards, the greed of Evilore and the mods and the ever present seemingly limitless supply of wannabes and unscrupulous, irresponsible mod types. Not to imply anything in this particular circumstance, but from my perspective in regard to FootyGAF's Hall, the ball's never been in my court.
In closing, regardless of this decision and as hard to believe or as ironic as it may seem, I'd like to sincerely thank Blablurn for his nomination and his votes for Yurt's induction. More importantly I'd like to thank the lurkers for being there over the years, making any success I've had possible and for enjoying and supporting me
I wish the Hall a great show, congratulations to all the other posters being inducted and to our lurkers we look forward to seeing you post here!!
Sincerely,
Yurt
P.S. RIP rvy & Richie and Long Live bishoptl, Kabouter, Wes and Mumei-EH